Bedtime Stories For Sleepover Parties

Probably the one thought that makes every parent shudder when it comes to planning a sleepover party is getting a houseful of kids to actually go to sleep. After an afternoon and evening of games, food and laughter you don’t want to be lying in bed awake at 3am listening to giggles and whispers.

It is a good idea is to try and settle the kids down with a bedtime story or two. This will make them sit (or lie) still and be quiet and hopefully get them ready for going to sleep.

So what do you read to them when it is bedtime?

Well there are a few things to consider.

• What is the age of the children? Make sure you choose age-appropriate books or they will quickly grow bored and loose interest.

• Select stories suitable for either boys or girls.

• If you have had a party “theme” perhaps continue the theme with the bedtime story.

Here are some possible story suggestions which will entertain them.

• Princess Bedtime Stories.

• Stories by Enid Blyton have captivated kids for years and continue to do so.

• Harry and the Dinosaurs First Sleepover will be popular with younger boys.

• Classic Treasury of Best Loved Bedtime Stories or similar books like this are full of wonderful stories the kids (and adults) will love.

If you are really stuck visit The Children’s Book Council of Australia website for a list of winners in different age groups for “Book of the Year” award.

Pop into your local library or bookstore and have a browse around. You can also take along with you the birthday boy or girl to help them choose a book they think their friends will love and this can become a special memento of their sleepover party.